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THE KING'S LACEMAN AND THE BISHOP'S FRIEND: BRYANT BARRETT (c. 1715-1790), MERCHANT AND SQUIRE.

Authors :
MURPHY, MARTIN
Source :
Recusant History; May2010, Vol. 30 Issue 1, p107-119, 13p
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article presents a profile of English Roman Catholic merchant Bryant Barrett is presented. The growth of his business, his success as a Laceman in London, England, and his appointment as Laceman to the King in 1760 are discussed. His marriage to Roman Catholic Mary Belson, their removal to the countryside in 1764, and the design of their home are also discussed. Information about Barrett's children is also included.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00341932
Volume :
30
Issue :
1
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Recusant History
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
51005669
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1017/S003419320001267X